Appearance plays a huge role when you a millionaire pacing up and down a 94x50 feet wooden court in a uniform, representing an entire city, while millions from all over the world watch you play basketball.
Being an NBA player these days is not as plain and simple as it used to be once.
Along with playing the best ball that you can, you need to live up to the expectations of your fans and must have a certain uniqueness to yourself in order to be found appealing to your audience. And when people are paying big bucks to watch you dunk that ball or score a three-pointer, you cannot afford to have a 'bad hair day.'
Here is a list of some of the most dapper and rad hairstyles in the league:
1. Steve Adams' 'The Aquaman'
This is awesome: the transformation of Steven Adams pic.twitter.com/eSYWhHvrjq
— Frank Leibfarth (@Frank_Leibfarth) December 20, 2016
We aren't saying that the Oklahoma City Thunder Center, Steven Adams is 'Aquaman', all we are saying is that we haven't seen the two together in the same room.
The Kiwi is probably one of the most loved players in the league right now. Putting in the effort to improve his game, which is evident as OKC sits in the third place in the Western Conference, Steve Adams has also worked on his looks. While covering his right shoulder with ink certainly helps, Adams' rugged hairstyle along with the beard does justice to the brute strength that he possesses.
2. Stephen Curry's Gentlemen's Fader
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The 'Boy-Wonder' of the league is gaining popularity amongst the international fans of the NBA more and more every year. As the face of the league, it is imperative for Golden State Warriors Point Guard to look good while he splashes a three-pointer from the other half of the court to win the game. Curry's fader gives him a crispy-clean look which fits perfectly with his 'baby-faced assassin' persona.
3. Gordon Hayward's Smooth Slideback
Gordon Hayward went from “Mom, I will be home by 7” to “I can steal away your girl” with his extremely trendy slideback haircut. Even though Hayward may not be 100% back ever since his injury last year, the Boston Celtics Small Forward's hairstyle game is on point.
When you are struggling to put up big numbers the way you used to, confidence is key in order to make a comeback and people looking at you in absolute awe is a great confidence booster, we'd say.
4. Gerald Green's 'Loyalist' Cornrows
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— NBA (@NBA) December 31, 2017
An absolute powerhouse, high-flyer Gerald Green has always been creative with his hair. The one to give his mind, body and soul to whichever team he has been a part of in his 13+ years in the league, Green often shows his loyalty towards his roster by 'cornrowing' the team's logo on his head.
These hairstyles may well be extremely tiresome to pull off, but they sure go down well with the fans. Currently a part of the Houston Rockets, Green can be seen donning the team's iconic 'R' logo on his head.

First impressions, as superficial as they might be, are powerful. A good first impression can be the starting of something amazing, while a bad one can end potentially amazing things even before they start. When it comes to online dating, naturally, the first thing that anyone looks at is the display picture. When it comes to DPs, a good hairstyle can help you up your game like nothing else. Keeping that in mind, we have compiled a list of 7 hairstyles that will definitely get you right swipes on Tinder. Also, who better to take inspiration from, other than the ultimate ladies' man - Mr Ranveer Singh?
1. The Suave Gentleman
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One thing everyone looks for in a prospective partner is class. This hairstyle is all about that. Plus, it goes with a date night as much as it does with a business meeting.
2. The Carefree Guy Next Door
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This one is all about letting it loose. Short, angled, product-free, hassle-free - what's not to like?
3. The Intense Poet
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The ladies love a man with an aura of mystery. This disheveled aesthetic is all about that. It makes you look talented, somehow.
4. The Super Edgy Artist
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The man bun remains the edgiest hairstyle for men, come what may. You may not be an artist but it sure will make you look like one!
5. The Smooth Playboy
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There is an inexplicably mischievous appeal in a well-done slick-back. Cash in on that!
6. The Sexy Rebel
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You know who gets all the dates? Someone who looks like they don't give two hoots. Weird psychological thing, but that's how it usually works. Edgy, spiky, conspicuously unruly hair? Rock it we say.
7. The Long-Haired, Fit, Model-Looking Dude
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This one is fail-safe. Yes, you'll probably not be getting matches for marriage, but right swipes? Yes.